A family vacation to Spain has resulted in lasting emotional consequences after a disagreement over who would be included on the trip. The situation began when a 16-year-old boy asked if his new girlfriend could join an upcoming family trip. His father agreed, explaining that the budget allowed for only four airline tickets. This decision meant that his wife’s 18-year-old...
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